Winery Association presents Bring Out the Barrel event

El Dorado Winery Association will host the annual Bring Out the Barrel wine-tasting event 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Jan. 28 and 29. The event is a self-guided tour of 27 wineries in and around the Sierra Foothills of El Dorado County.

Those attending will get a special preview of wines that are about to be bottled, by tasting them straight from the barrel. There will also be an opportunity to taste varietals that are can be purchased and enjoyed now.

In addition, the weekend will feature learning more about winemaking from the vintners themselves, sales on wine futures, light appetizers and demonstrations, plus the Good Wine Hunting Treasure Hunt drawing. Five winners will be receive two tickets to EDWA’s upcoming Passport event.

Tickets are $35, which includes both days of the event. Tickets are limited.